Trump Signals Review of Samourai Wallet Developers’ Case as Pardon Calls Grow

On Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump said he is aware of the case involving Samourai Wallet developers Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill, adding that “We’ll look at that” when asked about the developers’ legal situation. Trump Says ‘We’ll Look at That’ When Asked About Samourai Wallet Developer Support has gathered around Samourai Wallet developers … Read more

Solicitor for Fugitive Ruja ‘Cryptoqueen’ Ignatova Accused of Issuing Improper Legal Threats

A UK lawyer faces disciplinary action for allegedly threatening a Onecoin victim as regulators probe her role. Allegations of Improper Litigation Threat According to Bloomberg, a lawyer who once represented Ruja Ignatova, the fugitive founder of the Onecoin, a multibillion‑dollar crypto scam, faces disciplinary proceedings for allegedly threatening a victim of the scam. Claire Gill, … Read more

Is Crypto a Security? Part III: Secondary Market Transactions 

Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. The Token Itself Is Not Always the Security The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. A central development in modern crypto … Read more

Paxful Pleads Guilty as DOJ Imposes $4 Million Criminal Penalty

Paxful’s guilty plea and $4 million penalty underscore deep regulatory concerns as U.S. authorities move to spotlight illicit crypto activity and the risks posed by platforms that operated with weak safeguards. Paxful Faces Criminal Penalty for Illicit Crypto Activity The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Dec. 10 that Paxful Holdings Inc. agreed to … Read more

DEA Veteran Accused of Betrayal, Laundering Cartel Drug Proceeds via Crypto

A former high-ranking Drug Enforcement Administration official has been indicted in Manhattan for allegedly conspiring to launder millions of dollars for the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Accusations of Financial and Material Support A former senior Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent who once oversaw the agency’s financial operations has been indicted for conspiring to launder millions … Read more

Cease and Desist Hits Robinhood, Crypto.com, Kalshi in Connecticut

Connecticut moved to block several major platforms after officials said they offered unlicensed sports wagering, signaling escalating scrutiny of online gambling services that allegedly sidestep state rules and expose residents to significant consumer risks. Connecticut Orders Unlicensed Gambling Platforms to Stop Operations Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) Gaming Division issued on Dec. 3 cease … Read more

High Court Dismisses Former Binance Executive’s Lawsuit Against Nigerian Agencies

The Nigerian High Court dismissed the unlawful detention lawsuit filed by former Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan against two government agencies. Judicial Rationale for Dismissal A Nigerian High Court has dismissed the lawsuit filed by former Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Office of the National Security Adviser … Read more

Is Crypto a Security? (Introduction)

Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. The following opinion editorial was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. Is Crypto a Security? Why This Question Still Matters in 2025 The question of … Read more